What is the wild card in hockey

The wild card in hockey is a team that qualifies for the playoffs despite not winning their division. The wild cards are the top two or three teams in the conference that did not win their division. The wild cards are determined by their points per game average.

The wild card was introduced in the 1994-95 season. Before that, only the division winners qualified for the playoffs. The wild card has been a popular addition to the NHL, as it gives more teams a chance to make the playoffs.

The wild card has been a controversial addition to the NHL. Some people argue that it gives an unfair advantage to teams that did not win their division. Others argue that it makes the playoffs more exciting by giving more teams a chance to compete.

The wild card has been a major factor in the playoffs in recent years. In the 2019-20 season, the Edmonton Oilers made the playoffs as a wild card and went on to reach the Western Conference Finals. In the 2020-21 season, the Montreal Canadiens made the playoffs as a wild card and went on to reach the Stanley Cup Final.

Are wild cards guaranteed to make the playoffs? No, they must still qualify based on their points per game average.
How many wild cards are there in each conference? Typically two, but sometimes three depending on the number of teams in the league.
Do wild cards have any advantages or disadvantages in the playoffs? They may have to face tougher opponents in the first round, but they also have the potential to go on a deep run.
Has a wild card ever won the Stanley Cup? Yes, the Colorado Avalanche did so in 2022.
What is the most common way for a team to qualify for the playoffs as a wild card? By having a high points per game average without winning their division.

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